Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The Constitution has not prescribed the qualifications of the members of the Election Commission.
2.The Constitution has not specified the term of the members of the Election Commission.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Though the constitution has sought to safeguard and ensure the independence and impartiality of the Election Commission, some flaws can be noted, viz.,

  1. The Constitution has not prescribed the qualifications (legal, educational, administrative or judicial) of the members of the Election Commission.
  2. The Constitution has not specified the term of the members of the Election Commission.
  3. The Constitution has not debarred the retiring election commissioners from any further appointment by the government.

Source: Laxmikanth

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